Care Assistant / Healthcare Assistant

Care Assistant / Healthcare Assistant

Full-Time | Part-Time | Bank | Permanent

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Empowering U Healthcare is a specialist provider ofcomplex, person-centred care , supporting individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives in their own homes. We are anurse-led organisationcommitted to compassion, dignity, and high-quality care.

We are currently recruitingdedicated Care Assistants / Healthcare Assistants to support bothchildren and adults with complex needs .

Available Role:

Hours: Monday and Wednesday Night - 21:30 - 07:30

Pay: £12.71 - £14.72

About the role

Duties include:

• Ventilation management, including monitoring respiratory status, maintaining equipment, recognising signs of deterioration, and responding to emergencies.
• Home Oxygen therapy, ensuring safe administration, monitoring oxygen saturation where prescribed, and following oxygen safety procedures.
• Medication Management , including the safe administration, recording, storage, and monitoring of prescribed medications.
• Epilepsy and Rescue Medication , requiring staff trained to recognise seizure activity, administer prescribed rescue medication, and follow emergency protocols.
• PEG Feeding support, including administration of nutrition, hydration, medication via PEG, stoma site care, and recognition of complications.

Key Responsibilities (All Roles)

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care in line with care plans
• Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily activities
• Promote independence, dignity, and emotional wellbeing
• Maintain accurate care documentation
• Build trusting relationships with clients and families
• Follow all health & safety regulations and company policies

About the company

Join our Team at Empowering U

Be a part of Empowering U, where personalised, meaningful care empowers individuals and families to live with confidence and independence .

Required Criteria

• Minimum 6 months UK care experience
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• Strong spoken and written English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic IT skills for documentation
• Enhanced DBS required

Desired Criteria

• Experience with children or complex needs preferred but not essential
• Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle preferred

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